What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque?

The fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Dubuque?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago, IL station to Dubuque. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center via Davenport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Chicago, IL to Dubuque?

The distance between Chicago, IL and Dubuque is 242 miles. The road distance is 179.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago, IL to Dubuque without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $55 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago, IL to Dubuque bus from?

Chicago, IL to Dubuque bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Dubuque bus arrive?

Chicago, IL to Dubuque bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Davenport station.

Can I drive from Chicago, IL to Dubuque?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago, IL to Dubuque is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Chicago, IL to Dubuque.

Where can I stay near Dubuque?

There are 55+ hotels available in Dubuque.

Chicago, IL to Dubuque - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque by bus (Greyhound), car, train, bus, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Davenportbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Centerbus Burlington
5h 14m
$58–144
Drive 178.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago, IL to Dubuquecar 178.3 mi
3h 17m
$33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Napervilletrain
2. Take the bus from Naperville Amtrak Station to Davenportbus
3. Take the bus from Davenport to Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Centerbus
6h 41m
$66–137
Bus via Madison
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IAbus 122
7h 25m
$52–128
Bus via Madison #2
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 4545 E Broadway - Dutch Mill Park and Ridebus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuque, IAbus 122
7h 37m
$45–106

Chicago, IL to Dubuque by bus

3Weekly Buses

5h 14mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago, IL to Dubuque.

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Dubuque, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center via Davenport in around 5h 14m.

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